Construction site chaos on the A71: traffic jams and closures in Mellrichstadt!
On July 23rd, 2025 there will be traffic delays on the A71 near Mellrichstadt due to construction work. Find out about duration and location here.

Construction site chaos on the A71: traffic jams and closures in Mellrichstadt!
If you are traveling on the A71 today, July 23, 2025, you should keep an eye on the construction site near Mellrichstadt. Loud news.de There may be traffic delays between 12:57 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. The construction site extends over a length of 498 meters and is located on the route from Schweinfurt towards Suhl, more precisely between the Mellrichstadt car park (24) and Mellrichstädter Höhe Ost.
The information comes from the Bavarian Traffic Management Central Office and shows that construction sites and disruptions also occur again and again in the area around the A71. For example, a construction site between the Apfelstädt valley bridge and the Erfurter Becken rest area and a signal warning in the Rennsteig tunnel were repaired on the same day. This is evident from the current traffic reports stau.info out.
Additional reports from the region
The individual sections of the A71 are expected to be almost reopened to traffic in the coming hours, which will make it easier for drivers to continue their journeys. While some disruptions have been resolved, the construction site near Mellrichstadt remains an obstacle that should not be underestimated.
All road users should always inform themselves about the current traffic situation before driving in order to avoid unnecessary delays. As well as news.de as well as stau.info provide continuously updated information on this. So stay tuned and drive safely!